Cheery Dogs, Llc

Cheery Dogs offers structured one-on-one training packages: Puppy Plus and K9 Manners are 5-week courses with weekly homework, while Out On the Town is a 4-session program focused on public behavior in parks or neighborhoods. All sessions are personalized, with trainers providing feedback and guidance remotely via Zoom or FaceTime. Although group classes are not available in 2025, their curriculum is designed to progress dogs from puppy basics to advanced manners. Training emphasizes positive reinforcement, socialization, and behavior modification for common family dog issues.

Pricing Summary

One-on-one training packages include Puppy Plus and K9 Manners as a 5-week course for $300, and Out On the Town as a 4-session course for $240. Discounts available for shared sessions with a friend. No group class pricing available in 2025 as classes are suspended. Virtual consultations are offered but pricing details are not publicly listed.

Policies

Group classes are suspended for 2025. Virtual consultations are the only current service. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated on the website. Clients are directed to contact via email or form for scheduling and inquiries.

Cheery Dogs, LLC is a professional dog training business serving families in the Durham-Chapel Hill area with science-based, force-free, positive reinforcement training. Founded and led by Jane Marshall, who has over 30 years of experience, the business specializes in solving behavior problems such as leash reactivity, fear-based behaviors, aggression, separation anxiety, potty training, and resource guarding. They offer virtual training sessions via Zoom or FaceTime and previously provided in-person group classes and private lessons. Cheery Dogs does not use prong collars, shock collars, or any aversive methods. They are vet-recommended and work closely with local shelters and rescues. The team also provides specialized support for families with children, new puppies, and multi-pet households including cats. Their resources include extensive free articles, videos, and book recommendations focused on positive training. They offer structured one-on-one training packages for Puppy Plus, K9 Manners, and Out On the Town, with homework and personalized feedback. Their trainers are deeply involved in the community and committed to ethical, evidence-based practices.

The business is a member of the Pet Professional Guild and supports the use of reward-based methods endorsed by leading experts in canine behavior. They help clients transition from group classes to private sessions when needed and provide guidance for dogs with mild reactivity, though serious aggression cases are handled with individualized evaluations. Cheery Dogs also offers puppy-specific programs tailored by size and age, including Tiny Puppy Class for small breeds and Puppy Primer for larger puppies.

Although group classes are not available in 2025, they continue to provide virtual consultations and private training packages. Their trainers are certified or pursuing certification through recognized programs like CPDT and are active in shelter work and volunteer training.

They also provide resources for cat owners and help families integrate new pets into multi-species homes.

Accomplishments

Jane Marshall has over 30 years of professional dog training experience in the Durham-Chapel Hill area and is a mentor trainer for CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. She is a member of the Pet Professional Guild and has supported local shelters and rescues for decades. Ali Faiz holds an MPH from UNC-Chapel Hill and is pursuing his CPDT certification. Both trainers are active in shelter work, dog behavior evaluations, and community education.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should visit the Contact page and complete the online form to request a virtual consultation. Trainers will respond to discuss needs and schedule a Zoom or FaceTime session. No in-person evaluations are currently offered.